Venous Thrombosis Treatment in Turkey
About Venous Thrombosis
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive techniques often reduce recovery time and scarring.Effectively removes dangerous clots to restore normal blood flow.Significantly reduces the risk of a life-threatening pulmonary embolism (PE).Helps prevent long-term complications like post-thrombotic syndrome (chronic leg pain and swelling).Procedures are typically guided by advanced imaging for precision and safety.
Who is this surgery for?
- Extensive deep vein thrombosis (DVT), especially in the iliofemoral veins (upper leg/groin).
- DVT causing severe symptoms like significant limb swelling, pain, or cyanosis (bluish skin).
- Phlegmasia cerulea dolens, a rare, severe form of DVT threatening limb viability.
- Failure of or contraindication to standard anticoagulation (blood-thinning) therapy.
- High risk of or presence of post-thrombotic syndrome.
- Young, active patients where preserving long-term venous function is a priority.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive diagnostic imaging, typically a duplex ultrasound or CT venogram, to map the clot.
- Review and possible adjustment of current medications, especially blood thinners.
- Pre-operative blood tests to assess clotting function and overall health.
- Discussion of anesthesia options (local, regional, or general) with the anesthesiologist.
- Fasting for several hours before the procedure as instructed.
- Informed consent process detailing the procedure, benefits, and potential risks.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or hematoma at the catheter insertion site or internally.
- Infection at the access site.
- Damage to the blood vessel (dissection or perforation).
- Allergic reaction to contrast dye used in imaging.
- Distal embolism (movement of clot fragments to the lungs or elsewhere).
- Kidney injury from contrast dye in patients with pre-existing conditions.
- Recurrence of thrombosis.
- Rarely, nerve injury or complications from anesthesia.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial monitoring in a recovery area for several hours to watch for bleeding or other complications.
- Use of compression stockings is essential to reduce swelling and improve blood flow.
- Strict adherence to prescribed anticoagulant medication to prevent new clots.
- Gradual increase in walking and mobility as tolerated, with leg elevation when resting.
- Avoidance of prolonged sitting or standing; regular gentle movement is encouraged.
- Follow-up ultrasound scans to monitor vein health and ensure the clot has resolved.
- Attending all scheduled follow-up appointments with the vascular surgeon.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering venous thrombosis in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for venous thrombosis in Turkey include Liv Hospital Ankara, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, VM Medical Park Pendik Hastanesi, Medical Park Florya, Medical Park Bahçelievler, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform venous thrombosis. MediFyr helps you compare vascular surgeons and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for venous thrombosis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Venous Thrombosis in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated vascular surgery teams and experience managing patients undergoing venous thrombosis.
Instabul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Anika Chopra, a 42-year-old software developer...
Anika Chopra, a 42-year-old software developer and mother of two, had always been active. Her life changed after a 14-hour international flight to visit family in India. A week later, her left calf became swollen, red, and painfully tight. Initially dismissing it as a pulled muscle, the pain worsened until she could barely walk. Her primary care physician, concerned about her recent travel and swelling, ordered an ultrasound which revealed a deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in her left femoral vein. The vascular surgeon, Dr. Evans, explained that while blood thinners were the first line of defense, the clot was large and posed a high risk of breaking off. He recommended a catheter-directed thrombolysis procedure to rapidly dissolve the clot and preserve the vein valves, preventing long-term post-thrombotic syndrome. Anika was terrified of the procedure and the potential complications, but more scared of a pulmonary embolism. The treatment involved a thin catheter threaded into the clot to deliver clot-busting medication. She spent two days in the ICU for monitoring. Post-procedure, the swelling and pain subsided dramatically within 48 hours. She continued on blood thinners for six months. Her recovery involved wearing compression stockings and gradual return to activity. Emotionally, she journeyed from fear and frustration, feeling her body had betrayed her, to immense relief and a new caution. She now takes regular walking breaks at work and is an advocate for DVT awareness, especially for travelers.